In the run-chase of 117 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders, Mumbai Indians' Suryakumar Yadav became the fifth batsman for India to cross the 8,000-run mark in the T20s
During the match, he showcased his skills by playing an unbeaten knock of 27 runs off just nine deliveries. The spectators at the Wankhede Stadium witnessed him smash three fours and two sixes live, as others watched in awe online
With his new record, the Mumbai Indians batsmen joins an elite group of cricketers. At the top is Team India stalwart Virat Kohli, who enjoys the number 1 spot on the list with 12,976 runs, followed by skipper Rohit Sharma with 11,851 runs. Former Team India opening batsman Shikhar Dhawan comes third with 9,797 runs and Suresh Raina is placed in the fourth position with 8,654 runs
Riding on Suryakumar and Ryan Rickelton's (62) unbeaten knocks, the Mumbai Indians registered their first victory in the tournament, that came against the Kolkata Knight Riders, who were defeated by eight wickets
The Paltan will now clash with Lucknow Super Giants at the Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground on April 4
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